Oct. 25, 2004

CARLSBAD, Calif., - Throughout the school year, Illinois fans can once again bid on a number of unique items and experiences at the Official Fighting Illini Auction.

This week's item up for auction is an authentic, game-worn Antoineo Harris Nike football jersey. This is a road (white) #31 jersey. Nike manufactured these jerseys specifically for the Fighting Illini Football team. Harris played halfback for the Illini from 1999-2002 and was a two-year starter. He gained 2,945 career rushing yards and had 14 career touchdowns.

Proceeds from the auction will benefit the Illinois Athletic Department. The auction is part of a nationwide program with College Sports Online, which partners with Illinois and nearly 160 university athletic departments and conferences to manage and maintain Official Athletic Sites.

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